Police Lt. Robert Martin said the unidentified victim was shot following an argument with the suspect around 8:44 a.m, and taken to Maine Medical Center for treatment. The suspect was described as a younger white male armed with a small silver handgun.

Martin said police are looking for a silver sport utility vehicle which possibly has a Massachusetts license plate starting with the numbers 771. The vehicle was last seen on Parris Street, headed toward Portland Street. There was also a white male passenger in the SUV when the shooting occurred.

Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact police at 874-8575. Anonymous tips can also be made at portland-police.com by clicking “Submit an Anonymous Crime Tip,” or by text at 274637 using the keyword GOTCHA.